4 years...

Four years. Four years ago I said 'yes' to the greatest adventure of my life. It's been four years filled with laughter, tears, success, failures, triumphs, struggles, and a whole lotta love. Four years later and we have a life that's better than I could've ever imagined. A baby, dog, 3 houses, & priceless memories for a lifetime. My heart has expanded in ways that I didn't even know possible. Here's to many more 'four years'!

{March 22,2012 - the day we got engaged... we were such babies!}

March 22, 2014

We've made it a tradition to hike Battle Creek Falls in Pleasant Grove, where we got engaged, on March 22. (We did it a couple days early this year since it was a Saturday and such great weather).

Anniversary Getaway

Chad and I celebrated our second year of marriage with a weekend up in  SLC. It was a much needed getaway with my sweetheart. 

Friday night, we tried a little restaurant called "Brugges". I tell ya, being pregnant messes with your appetite. I only ate the fries, apparently the baby isn't a fan of BBQ sauce. We checked into the Sheraton hotel and ended the night by watching "Planet of the Apes".

Saturday morning, we started off our day with a workout in the fitness center. I convinced Chad to get a pedicure and manicure in the hotel spa... it was seriously a miracle. I have been trying to get him to come with me for the past 2 years. I was one happy girl. 

Saturday afternoon, Chad insisted that we go shopping at City Creek. Whenever Chad is wanting to go, I know he has something up his sleeve, because it RARELY happens. We ate at Cheesecake Factory and he said I get to pick out a present for our anniversary.. (He knows I have been eyeing a particular Michael Kors purse ;) I have been saving up for this purse for 2 months, because Michael Kors definitely aren't cheap. Being the savvy shopper that Chad is, when he saw the price tag ($400) at Nordstrom, he knew he could find a better deal. Of course, he found the exact same one, on ebay, brand new, with tags and all, for $230!! We couldn't pass up an deal like that! I am anxiously waiting for the package to arrive!

That night we went to our first Real soccer game. It was such an intense game, that ended with a tie. Chad scored perfect seats on row 8, center court.

On our way back to the hotel, we picked up "The Pie" pizza. It's definitely one of our favorites! 

Sunday morning we hung out at the hotel and spent some time at the pool. We ended our perfect getaway by getting lunch at the Little America hotel. It was such a great weekend with Chad and I am so grateful he's mine forever... I wouldn't want it any other way! Happy Anniversary!

Mothers Day

I am so grateful for my mother, she has been one of the greatest examples in my life. She has been by my side through the good and the bad. She has taught me how to be patient, hard working, to follow my dreams, and to enjoy the simple things in life. My mom is the greatest role model I could ever have. She is the most genuine, loving, and happiest mom I could ever ask for. She is the strongest woman I know... raising my 7 siblings is not an easy task, but she did it so diligently. Thanks for all that you do Mom, I love you so much!! 

We had the opportunity to talk to Elder Weitzeil that's serving in the Philippines. He looks and sounds amazing. I am grateful for his willingness to serve the Lord. Tears filled the room when this sweet little brother of mine talked about home... oh how we miss him. He is such a great example to us all. 101 days Elder, keep up the hard work!

The Best Moments of Bruno

Bruno is like our 18 month-old child. He cries when we leave, takes over our bed at night, and gives us wet kisses on the cheek (multiple times a day). His little spunky personality brings so much joy to our little family, it just wouldn't be the same without him. Here are a few videos I have captured on my phone... just so you can get a glimpse of what he's like behind the camera :)

{Ruger is my parents Boxer... to say Bruno is obsessed with him would be an understatement!}

While I'm posting videos... here's the classiest of them all...taking it back to 2009. Enjoy!

PS... don't try this at home. Take my word for it.

Happy Birthday Dad!

My Dad is the best father a daughter could ask for. He is the most supportive man I know. Growing up, he never missed a single sports game, piano recital or science fair. One thing I admire about my dad is his love towards Christ. He has always put The Lord first and that has made a major impact on my life. I am so grateful for my sweet, funny, outgoing father. Happy birthday dad!

Thanks to my cameo, I made a "chocolate box" filled with See's candies to give to my dad. My cameo has seriously been one of my favorite gifts from Chad. I absolutely love it!

Valentines Day

Valentines Day is one of my favorite holidays. How could you not like a day of love?! Especially when you're married to a sweetheart, like Chad!

I surprised Chad with breakfast in bed. I made heart-shaped eggs in a basket, toast, peaches and orange juice. It was delicious, if I don't say so myself :)

Going out to eat on Valentines day is always a joke. Valentines on a Friday night is even a bigger joke.  Instead of going out, we decided to spend our night at home.

I came home from work to find a bouquet of fresh lilly's on the table and Chad in the backyard grilling rib eyes. He's definitely a keeper :)

Dinner was amazing...rib eye, asparagus, carrots and baked potatoes. Way better than anything La Jolla Groves could serve ;)

We wanted to watch a movie neither of us had seen, so we ran to Walmart and picked up "PS I love You"... most depressing movie ever, but nothing 2 boxes of See's chocolates and cuddling can't fix :)

I decided that we are both going to live until we are 100 and we are going to die together, like in "The Notebook".

I love Chad more than words could describe on a blog. He has made me the happiest girl in the world. There is no one I would rather spend my Valentines with, and I'm so grateful that he's mine for eternity.